Wilmington Events
Bald Head Island Pirate Invasion
July 31 - August 2, 2026
Bald Head Island
Pirates take over the island with reenactments, a working pirate camp, and interactive exhibits celebrating North Carolina's maritime history. Fun for the whole family.
Port City Rock Jam
Saturday, August 1, 2026, 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Bowstring Bar and Live Music Venue, Wilmington
A local music festival with 12 bands across 2 stages, benefiting two local charities. Bring your dancing shoes for a full day of live music.
Graham Nash
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
Folk-rock legend Graham Nash brings his iconic songwriting to the Wilson Center stage for one night only.
The Wallflowers
Friday, August 7, 2026, 7:00 PM
Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
Jakob Dylan and The Wallflowers play a night of rock classics under the stars at Wilmington's beloved outdoor amphitheater.
The Oak Ridge Boys
Friday, August 7, 2026, 7:00 PM
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
Country music legends The Oak Ridge Boys bring their "Celebrating Route 66" tour to Wilmington.
Airlie Gardens Summer Concerts: TripleWide
Friday, August 7, 2026, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Airlie Gardens
Bring a blanket and enjoy live rock, jazz, blues, and funk from TripleWide in the gardens' relaxed outdoor setting.
National Lighthouse Day Weekend
August 7-9, 2026
Bald Head Island
A weekend of family-friendly activities honoring "Old Baldy," one of the oldest surviving lighthouses in the country.
Serial Killer Speakeasy
August 6-8, 2026
Warehouse on Water, Wilmington
An immersive theatrical experience where four infamous true-crime stories unfold live on stage, cocktails included.
Seaglass Monthly Market
August 14-16, 2026, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
5601 Castle Hayne Rd, Castle Hayne
Over 50 local artists and artisans sell locally-crafted and secondhand items with a coastal touch, indoors and out.
LeAnn Rimes
Saturday, August 15, 2026, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
Grammy-winning country star LeAnn Rimes performs live at the Wilson Center.
Slightly Stoopid
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park
Reggae-rock favorites Slightly Stoopid bring special guests for a night of live music on the riverfront.
Airlie Gardens Summer Concerts: No Regretz
Friday, August 21, 2026, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Airlie Gardens
Close out the month's concert series with classic blues and rock from No Regretz, set against the gardens' scenery.
Jordan Davis
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 8:00 PM
Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park
Country hitmaker Jordan Davis performs live on the riverfront.
Fourth Fridays Art Walk
Friday, August 28, 2026, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Downtown Wilmington (20+ galleries)
A free, self-guided gallery walk through more than 20 downtown galleries and creative spaces, with many artists on-site to talk about their work.
Southeast Crab Feast
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 1:00 - 6:30 PM
Long Leaf Park, Wilmington
All-you-can-eat blue crabs plus live music and cold drinks at this coastal favorite.
Fortune Feimster: Takin' Care of Biscuits Tour
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:00 PM
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
Comedian Fortune Feimster brings her confessional, crowd-pleasing standup to Wilmington.
Eduardo's Flamenco Ensemble
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 7:00 PM
Jengo's Playhouse, Wilmington
A passionate flamenco performance in the intimate Jengo's Playhouse, following three sold-out shows.
Riverfront Farmers' Market
Every Saturday in August
Dock Street, Historic Downtown Wilmington
A pedestrian market with farmers, producers, bakers, artists, and crafters offering fresh produce, seafood, baked goods, and more.
Wilmington Farmers Market at Tidal Creek
Every Saturday, year-round
Tidal Creek Co-Op, midway between Downtown and Wrightsville Beach
A producer-only market featuring local farmers and artisans selling their own produce, meats, honey, and more, plus chef demos and live music.
Poplar Grove Open Air Market
Wednesdays, August 5, 12, 19, 26, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Historic Poplar Grove Plantation
One of Wilmington's longest-running farmers' markets, set under historic magnolia and oak trees with local produce, art, and crafts.
Market in the Park
Thursdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sunset Beach
A weekly summertime market rain or shine, showcasing local growers, artisans, and craftspeople.
Free Summer Movies at the Lake
Fridays through Labor Day weekend, at dusk
Carolina Beach Lake Park
Free family-friendly outdoor movies on the big screen. Bring a blanket and chairs, or grab popcorn and cotton candy on-site.
Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington
Nightly, year-round (check site for times)
Departs from Market & Water Streets, downtown Wilmington
A 90-minute costumed walking tour through 30+ actively haunted historic sites, voted Wilmington's #1 ghost tour for over 25 years.
Carolina Beach Market
Saturdays through October 3, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Carolina Beach Lake Park, 1121 N Lake Park Blvd
A weekly, pet-friendly market of local growers, artisans, and crafters with fresh produce, baked goods, and live music.
